Gene Austin: Biography, Facts and Career
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Lemeul Eugene Lucas (June 24, 1900 – January 24, 1972), better known by his stage name Gene Austin, was an American singer and songwriter, one of the early "crooners". His recording of "My Blue Heaven" sold over 5 million copies and was for a while the largest selling record of all time. His 1920s compositions "When My Sugar Walks Down the Street" and "The Lonesome Road" became pop and jazz standards.
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- Full name: Gene Austin
- Born: 1900-06-24
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q443225
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Who is Gene Austin?
Lemeul Eugene Lucas (June 24, 1900 – January 24, 1972), better known by his stage name Gene Austin, was an American singer and songwriter, one of the early "crooners".
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Gene Austin is United States.
When was Gene Austin born?
Gene Austin was born on 1900-06-24.
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